POLO PERKS <3 <3 <3 • AyooLii • 2HI
Sat 04/29/23
11:00PM
18+
music
$18 ADV // $20 DOS
Show Lineup
POLO PERKS <3 <3 <3
(NYC)
Genre: Hip-Hop
Hailing from New York, POLO PERKS <3 <3 <3 is a solidified underground rapper whose sound takes from pop-punk and alt-rock samples such as My Chemical Romance, The Killers, & Camping In
Alaska, meshing seamlessly with the popular post-rap drill sound of today.
Known for his involvement with the music collective SURF GANG, his approach to the genre is unique of its own, offering you effortless yet infectious flows while taking you on a nostalgic trip with his choice of samples.
AyooLii
(Milwaukee, WI)
Genre: Hip-Hop
Like with fellow Milwaukee native Certified Trapper, dropping music seems as integral to AyooLii’s daily routine as eating and sleeping. Found on the rapper-producer’s YouTube page is a nearly endless cascade of EPs and bite-sized music videos, which typically consist of AyooLii and his friends busting moves in walk-in pantries, unfinished basements, and stairwells. Though he usually produces his own instrumentals, AyooLii’s best work stems from his frequent collaborations with local beatmaker ThatguyEli, who puts an experimental spin on his city’s signature clap-heavy sound with unusual time signatures and eerie arpeggios. “Smackin Crackin” showcases the duo’s chemistry at its most potent, as AyooLii’s overlapping one-liners stream through a tinny synth loop that sounds like a malfunctioning arcade cabinet. “Fuck a 9-to-5,” he raps, cordless drill in hand. “Got to get it on my own, I’m my own damn employee.” From his carpentry vlogs to his impromptu video shoots in mundane locations, AyooLii is the embodiment of Milwaukee’s DIY ethos. As long as there’s recording equipment within reach, he’ll find artistic potential in any setting.
2HI
(Nashville, TN)
Genre: Hip-Hop
Blending free-spirited psychedelia with melancholic trap and hip-hop, 2Hi creates an all immersive sound. His music speaks to the sub-conscience, exploring mental health, identity, and self love with rare authenticity. Born in Milwaukee and raised in Nashville, 2Hi first attracted attention with his 2020 full-length ‘2 Birds’. With its dream-like and adventurous sound being served as a perfect introduction to a vital new artist. The following year 2Hi released ‘White Lighter Bad Luck’, its diary-like lyrics and euphoric production really gave us the taste we needed, with each track pilling back the layers of his artistry. Since then, he has maintained a steady stream of performances, song features, and cameos, making a name for himself. With new things planned for the future, 2Hi is poised to leave a lasting impact on modern music.